Executive Chef 3

Sodexo; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Executive Chef to create upscale culinary experiences for corporate clients. You'll lead kitchen operations, innovate daily menus, and ensure exceptional service while managing a diverse team. Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background and leadership experience, along with a passion for delivering high-quality meals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3 years management experience in culinary services is required.
• Experience with offsite catering and managing budgets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and production to ensure quality meal delivery.
• Manage all culinary aspects, focus on high-end food quality and customer service.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high culinary standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Customer service

Financial acumen

Innovation

Staff management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Role Overview

As the Executive Chef with The Good Eating Company, you’ll be at the forefront of culinary excellence, curating upscale hospitality experiences that delight our discerning clientele.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to oversee our production kitchen and

re-therm kitchen operations. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality meals for our corporate services clients, services 300-500 employees Monday - Friday. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary skills, leadership experience, and the ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently. Experience with offsite catering would be helpful in this role.

What You'll Do

• be innovative every day
• have an eye for high end restaurant, artisan quality food
• bring a strong focus in customer service with great communication skills
• manage all culinary operations

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• culinary experience in offsite catering events
• financial acumen, experience with managing budgets
• experience training and directing a talented and diverse staff
• innovation and ability to manage culinary cost
• culinary focused to tech and mentor staff
• superior customer relations skills

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.